Thursday, June 9, 2011

Adventures of Super "T"

Keeping up with my little man has been quite adventurous (read: tiresome), lately.  Each morning (or if he's really on top of things, before bed each night) he'll want to know what we have planned for the day and who we are scheduled to see. It's caused me to keep a pretty tight schedule each week, which I, too, enjoy.  He's quite the social  butterfly, and I can't really blame him. I'm sure part of it is that he is an only child, and desires playmates more his age, rather than his mother who can't quite keep up while playing "Super Hero" on the playground.  Another part of it, though, is simply that he loves people, new or familiar, young and old. He'll introduce himself to the check-out lady at the grocery store, fellow gawkers at the zoo or to nearby passengers on an airplane.

Recently, an evening adventure thanks to Daddy's prompting was a trip to the Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary here in the Frozen Tundra.  Tommy loves animals, but isn't too fond of goose droppings.  We enjoyed a sunny, warm walk this week and I was thankful I brought my camera. These are memories I treasure, if I can remember them (my memory is awful); if not, I pray that I never lose my hard drive. (Please, try not to be offended by the sign language that he is due for a potty break.)


  

Happy Adventuring, to you.

Saturday, June 4, 2011

Saturday Blossoms

Saturdays are great.
Our day typically starts around 7:00am, when T realizes that his digital clock starts with the #seven and he can "escape" from his room. He then jumps into our bed and the three of us wrestle, tell stories and plan out our day.  I knew I was behind on potting my plants this spring, due to all the crummy weather and cold temps, so I convinced the boys to join me for a trip to Wery's Blossom Creek in Suamico, WI.

While T played in the sprinkler at home, here's what we accomplished.

Gerbera Daisy and Geranium
Zinnia and Zinca vine
Purple, White and Pink Petunia
Large Italian Basil Herb for cooking!
...and then I took a two hour nap. :)  How did you spend yours?
Toodles.

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

a poem trial from a non-poet

daughter of the King

a daughter of the King is...
broken, yet whole
sinful, yet pure
undeserving, yet worthy
unsure, yet certain
lost, yet sought after
independent, but totally reliant
guilty, yet blameless

our life in Christ 
while on this earth
is filled with grace
so undeserved

God sent His son
His one and only
to live a life of Truth
Grace-filled, and Holy

Monday, August 30, 2010

quote of the week

T: "Mom, don't say that word."
Mommy: "What word don't you want me to say, honey?"
T: "That 'NO' word, mom. Don't say that, o'tay?"

Oh, I wish parenting was just as easy as doing everything your child asked you to do, and then only have to wait a little while before they realize the natural consequences of their own requests, and realize that as a parent, you do actually know better than they do, after all.

It's been awhile since I've posted so I should write a little update.  We are moved into our new home, just across the highway and only 5 minutes from our old home.  Our new house still feels nothing like a home, but I know that this will take time, money, furniture, paint, and simply, more time.  We need just that, time, to create memories, have dinner parties, celebrate holidays and birthdays, etc.  Speaking of birthdays, in fact, T turns three in a few weeks, already.  My, Oh, My, time has just flown by this past year.  He's incredibly verbal and highly social.  That's one hard part about living in this new house; he desperately misses his neighbor friends, and honestly, mommy does, too.  He was just at that age where I felt comfortable letting him run next door to see if little P was out playing or her brother was riding his bike around.  We do have hope, however, because the house right next door is a four-bedroom that I am praying is bought by a young family with lots of kids :)

Big T's business is doing very well, I'm extremely proud of him and excited to see him excited.

Here's a pic of my little man,  enjoying the simple pleasures of a smelly barn at the County Fair last week.  He's a joy, and if I had one wish, I would have three more just like him.











Here's to a great summer, and a beautiful Autumn.  School starts this week and I am definitely glad T doesn't start pre-school this Fall. I would be heart-broken!

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Ten Things Tuesday

Today I'm thankful for...
  1. T's excitement for almost anything I may have planned for each day.
  2. The Zoo. Almost every animal was out and about this morning, probably because of the cool, crisp air.
  3. The sunshine. We may have started out with mittens and warm hats & jackets, but as the morning lingered, we shed layer after layer until it felt like a beautiful Spring afternoon!
  4. Good friends that are safe, comfortable places of rest.
  5. New friends because there is an excitement about the unknown and at each gathering there is a possibility to learn something new about each other.
  6. Toddler "giggles."
  7. "Under-dogs" on the swings.
  8. Playing hard enough that an afternoon nap is necessary for both toddler and Mommy.
  9. A clean kitchen.
  10. Pre-Easter chocolate tastings...

Thursday, September 10, 2009

Shrieking Astonishment

My sweet T. His zest for life is inspiring, I wish I could say contagious. If only I could look at a bird, or a truck, or a kid on a bike and shriek in pure astonishment every single time. Life would be so fresh, so unwritten, so exciting.

Unfortunately, I live my life feeling somewhat complacent, almost bored because I know what comes next. Or do I? It feels like I do because our days involve so much routine. But, what if I didn't expect the same thing out of each day of routine? What if I obeyed God and risked a conversation with a stranger at the zoo, or helped an older woman at the weekly grocery trip.

Maybe God would be delighted in my efforts to find joy in the routine, excitement in the same-old-same-old. Maybe I would bring Him glory, and that, would bring me zest for life, contagious joy! Lord, help me to see each day as a gift from an awesome Creator who loves the life He breathed into me. Teach me to serve without restraint, to love without boundary and to forgive without thought. Amen.

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Battle Wounds



T took a somersalt tumble head-first onto a cement patio step. It looked frightening as he fell, and appears worse than it feels, apparently. T was back up and playing less than 10 minutes later! Tough Cookie, that's what he is!
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Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Tuesday, May 12, 2009

10 Things Tuesday

1. My son is still sleeping at 8:23 a.m. so I can spend time blogging.

2. My "free" day to run errands, catch up on stuff like thank-yous, groceries.

3. My sister-in-law B and her friendship.

4. Seeing my family on Mother's day and the time we shared over lunch in MKE.

5. Zumba class!

6. My husband's business, and although the economy is awful, he has managed it well and hasn't had to let anyone go.

7. My In-laws: they are now home from FL and relieve some stress for my hubby.

8. My friend Jenni and our conversation last night via phone. I miss her!

9. Hot showers & strong coffee.

10. Spring! Flowers are blooming, the grass is green and sun is shining! Plus, it's still not too hot.

One Minute Writer: Belief

When I was a child, I remember believing that when I "grew up" I wanted to be a Babysitter. The were always fun to play with, and I enjoyed the youthful leadership my parents hired to watch me so they could enjoy a night out on the town.
For years in high school and college I laughed about this "dream job" of my childhood. Until now, when I realize, I actually have grown up to be a Babysitter. Granted, motherhood is much more than glorified babysitting;however, I can actually say my childhood dreams have come true!

"Not Me" Monday

Yesterday was a not an extremely busy day -- which is why I am not writing my "Not-Me" Monday entry on Tuesday. Since a friend is 31 weeks preggo, and has a little 19 month old playmate that T adores, I got to watch her all day yesterday so she could do the bed-rest thing without a toddler running around her in circles.
The two of them were so exhausted after playing outside all morning, they napped for 4 hours! I was not a little ecstatic that I had all that time to myself, and so I did not lay on the couch for half of it wishing I had access to my computer. Because T's friend was in a pack 'n' play in our computer room, I did not spend that time on the couch watching the DVD of "Scrubs" my hubby bought me for Mother's Day. Not Me!

Saturday, May 9, 2009

Best wishes for a Happy Mother's Day...

Mother's Day...
I have pretty mixed emotions about this particular day of the year. My husband went shopping with T the other night, and today delivered my gift: A DVD Season 2 compliation of one of my all-time favorite sit-com/dramas, "Scrubs." It was thoughtful, because he knows how sad I am that my beloved characters are off the air as of this season, but, I felt myself longing for something a bit more...I don't know, heartfelt.

But, that's my problem with pre-scheduled, "hallmark" holidays. I have these expectations that always get in the way of really, truly appreciating the gifts from those I love and the thought they put into them. Maybe it has something to do with Love Languages (mine is NOT gifts, I'm pretty sure) or maybe the root of it is simply my own self-centerdness and my sinful desire to have everyone in my house love me as much as I do...

Really, all I want for Mother's day is some quality time with my boys, a visit to Anna's grave with them, and some heartfelt loving words and a hug from my little T & husband. I expect that hubby should know this and already have it planned, but in reality (now, sit down girls), Men actually CAN'T read our minds. I know, I know, shocker.

If you're a mom, enjoy your special day of the year when its actually scheduled on the Western calendar to honor you and thank you. If you're not, or are wishing you were (I know this day is miserable for you, especially), then give your mom what she really wants...a great big HUG and a heartfelt word of love.

Thursday, May 7, 2009

Twice, half

In my life, I would like twice as many children, and half of the amount of medical problems.



If I had the latter, I would have the former. But, God has given me the grace to move forward with the circumstances that have been entrusted to me, and therefore I will seek His will in all things, hoping to glorify Him with my life.

Wednesday, May 6, 2009

Wordless Wednesday


Door

If the door to Heaven was opened, and God said, it is time for all my children who know me by the saving grace of Jesus to spend eternity with me, I would definitely, unhesitantly walk through.

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Puzzling

The human capacity for emotion.
The ability to feel anger, hurt, empathy, love and fear all at once is puzzling to me.

Monday, March 23, 2009

One Minute Writer: Imitate

Short answer: Jesus.
But, I know that because he was sinless, and I am sinful, that will never happen. The wonderful news of the gospel is that God the Father sees me as righteous as Christ is, because I am covered by the blood Jesus shed on the Cross. Alleluia!

Not-Me Monday

I did not ignore 5 loads of laundry all weekend, and then wait until 10 minutes before bed to start folding the first finished load. I certainly did not let my handsome hubby change 99% of all LT's diapers all weekend long. And, we did not attempt to watch Becoming Jane 4 seperate occasions because the DVD from the local rental place was not scratched beyond repair. Pretty productive weekend, I guess. Yeah, right.

Pray for MckMama

Baby Stellan who was healed by God in-utero is in the hospital and very ill. Pray for God's WILL and His GLORY.

Monday, November 24, 2008

Not-Me Monday

I did not escape cooking one meal all weekend long. We certainly did not eat delivered pizza and wings on Friday night, go out to dinner on Saturday night, and pick up hot ham sandwiches for lunch on Sunday. Oh, and I definitely did not let my Mr. Wonderful take care of making tacos for dinner last night. I do really love to cook and care about what my family eats, and so that weekend menu did not actually touch our lips. No, not me!